Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:04 PM)

Thanks to everyone for stopping by to chat today. Let's get to your questions.

Ryan (Baltimore)

What do you think the chances are that guys like Lewis-Moore, B. Williams and Jernigan show enough this summer to warrant the Ravens cutting Canty?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:08 PM)

Good question. There's no guarantee that defensive end Chris Canty makes this team. He was a disappointment last year, and the Ravens can create cap room by cutting him. The Ravens, though, need to make sure someone is ready to step up in his spot. Kapron Lewis-Moore and rookie Brent Urban are the ones who play Canty's position, so they have to convince the Ravens in the preseason that they're ready. I'm not saying Canty will get cut. If the Ravens do, it will be at the final major cutdown.

Todd (PA)

Hey Jamison! Does Richie Leone have a legitimate shot to take Koch's job and ultimately get Koch cut this summer?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:09 PM)

I highly doubt it. Sam Koch didn't have a great season. If the Ravens were concerned, they would've brought in someone better than an undrafted rookie.

Mike (Towson)

Can we expect to see more out of McPhee? I was excited after his rookie year but he hasnt seemed to be able to build on that, is it because of his position change last year? Thanks!

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:14 PM)

I was just talking to someone at practice yesterday that I thought McPhee looked more comfortable as linebacker this year. There was some transition for him. Where the Ravens need him to get back on track is rushing the quarterback.

Mark (Chicago Burbs)

Hi Jamison, when can we expect to know how many games Rice will be suspended?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:16 PM)

My guess-timation has always been four games, with Rice having a chance to appeal it down to two to three games.

Ryan (PA)

Do you think we have enough talent and potential along the O-line that the Ravens will cut Shipley before the regular season? He seemed really overmatched last year and with Zuttah at center he doesnt have a legitimate shot at starting.

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:21 PM)

Shipley has been filling in for Marshal Yanda at right guard for the voluntary camps. So, he looks like the "next man up" on the depth chart. The Ravens, though, aren't going to carry three interior linemen (if you still consider Ryan Jensen a guard/center). The decision could come down to Shipley and Gino Gradkowski.

Jonathan (Tucson)

How has Taliaferro looked?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:23 PM)

Taliaferro is a big back, so he's not going to impress with his speed. That's why it would be tough to evaluate him in non-contact offseason practices. Let's wait until training camp.

Rants N Ravens (Trinity, FL)

Hearing URFA OT James Hurst was running with the 1's in OTA when Monroe skipped the final session. Have the Ravens found their backup LT?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:24 PM)

I wouldn't go that far. The Ravens were just giving him a look at that spot. They don't want to shift someone like Rick Wagner or Kelechi Osemele over there because they want those guys to focus on their current spots right now. Hurst has a shot at making the team. But, if Eugene Monroe got hurt, I expect the Ravens to move Osemele over to left tackle.

Christopher (Owings Mills) [via mobile]

How do CJ and Authur brown look? And how has Terrance Brooks come along?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:26 PM)

Defensive coordinator Dean Pees went out of his way to compliment Arthur Brown, who has looked very good in offseason camps. C.J. Mosley and Terrence Brooks are rookies but they're really quick. Mosley is still expected to start this season. Brooks is battling Darian Stewart, who has been running with the first team.

Dan (Houston)

I have noticed a stockpiling of young talent on the defensive line, wich is a great problem to have. With the emergence of guys like Brandon Williams, Kapron Lewis-Moore, Jernigan, and Urban what position does that put a guy like Pernell McPhee in? He is still young, but from what ive heard about these rookies and second year players so far in OTA's they are going to make it tough for him to see the field much.

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:27 PM)

McPhee is a backup rush linebacker behind Terrell Suggs. He moved from defensive line last year. Like Suggs, McPhee does move down to an edge rusher in passing downs.

Tommy (Baltimore) [via mobile]

Who will get more game reps, Marlon Brown or Jacoby Jones?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:28 PM)

It should be about equal because both bring different skill set. Jones has an edge because he's familiar with Gary Kubiak's offense. Brown is going to see more time in the red zone.

Stephen (NC)

Will Keith Wenning make the 53 man Roster?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:29 PM)

The Ravens would risk losing him if they don't. If the Ravens feel he's going to be the future No. 2, they have to keep him on the 53-man roster. Keeping three QBs is something the Ravens don't usually do under coach John Harbaugh.

Brian (MD)

Can the season start tomorrow?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:30 PM)

I think we would all like that to happen. Unfortunately, we're still three months away.

James (USA) [via mobile]

Any word on the Rice situation? I have heard 2-4 games which will be reduced to 2 games. Any merit to this rumor?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:31 PM)

It's all speculation at this point. Rice and Goodell have to meet first before the league will hand out any discipline.

Stephen (NC)

Do you think we lock up Torrey Smith to a long term contract before training camp?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:32 PM)

There's always a chance. Smith is repped by Drew Rosenhaus. One of his clients, Antonio Brown, got a deal done with the Steelers at the start of training camp. Based on how Torrey Smith has been improving every year, it would be in his best situation to see his market value, unless the Ravens give him a great offer.

Duane (Baltimore)

Hey Jamison, Hope you're having a wonderful day. It seems there is a ton of excitement from local and some national media about all of the young D-Linemen the Ravens have, who do you see having a "breakout" season of the Rookie and Sophomore linemen

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:34 PM)

Kapron Lewis-Moore has generated the most buzz this offseason. But don't forget about Brandon Williams. He's a very strong third-round pick who has the potential to be an athletic nose tackle.

Steven (Baltimore)

Does Terrence Brooks have a chance to be an impact starter as a rookie?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:34 PM)

I expect him to start alongside Matt Elam this year.

James (Baltimore)

What type of weapon can juice be in this offense?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:36 PM)

Gary Kubiak compared him to James Casey, who caught 34 passes for the Texans in 2012.

Tim (Baltimore)

Ryan Jensen or Ricky Wagner at right tackle?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:36 PM)

Wagner. Jensen played left guard at offseason practice yesterday.

Aaron (Baltimore)

Is it unusual that Goodell has not given Ray Rice a suspension yet? Since the Ravens first 3 games of the season are division games is there a way to push back the suspension by appealing?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:38 PM)

Not really. There is no set timetable to make a decision because the season is still three months away. And there is no way to push back the suspension. The NFL will rule sometime this summer, and the appeal will take a week. So, this will be resolved long before the regular season begins.

Stephen (NC)

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:42 PM)

I didn't notice him yesterday. Last week, he dropped a handful of passes.

Scott (Westminster, CO)

Can you envision a scenario where Bernard Pierce takes the opportunity to be the starter for 2, 3, 4 games and runs away with the job, or will it be Rice's when he comes back in all likelihood?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:43 PM)

Rice will get a chance to take back the starting job when he gets back. Harbaugh likes sticking with the hot hand, but Rice has earned the right to get first crack at the No. 1 job because of his track record.

Alex (Sonora) [via mobile]

Thanks for the chat and updates ,offseason is hard and you are helping me thru it!!! Last season we went thru a transition with so many veterans/starters leaving (even tho the D was better) . We could have 3 to 4 rookies starting this year do you expect another transition year on D?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:45 PM)

Thanks for the note Alex. Much appreciated. This defense will be younger but it will be faster too. The Ravens haven't had this much speed in years. The key is getting these young players in a comfort zone.

david (richmond)

recievers rank 1-5?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:45 PM)

Jared (Texas)

This morning on the Herd, they were comparing Flacco to Dalton. I don't think they're close honestly but why is it do you think that Flacco is still being compared to the likes of Dalton rather than Big Ben, Cutler, Luck?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:46 PM)

Dalton is the anti-Flacco. He puts up good numbers in the regular season but chokes in the playoffs.

Scott (Westminster, CO)

More catches this season - Smitty or Pitta?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:47 PM)

I was just on the radio the other day and I said the leading receiver will either be Steve Smith or Dennis Pitta. It's a coin flip right now.

Jonathan (TUCSON)

You see Mt. Cody getting cut? Or Jah Reid?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:47 PM)

Both are on the wrong side of the bubble right now.

Matt (Jefferson, MA)

Do you see any potential trades with Atlanta with Weatherspoon going down?

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:49 PM)

Don't see anything happening right now. The Ravens have to figure out whether Arthur Brown can be a starter before this could become a reality. But this is something to keep an eye on during training camp.

Jamison Hensley (ESPN)

(2:50 PM)

Thanks for all of the great questions. We'll try to do this again next week. The Ravens have mandatory minicamp on Wednesday, so I may have to adjust the chat. Will keep you posted. Have a great rest of the week.